What is the cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth?

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth?

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Cockermouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Cockermouth. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Cockermouth via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Manchester Central Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Cockermouth?

The distance between Runcorn and Cockermouth is 140 miles. The road distance is 117.9 miles.

How do I travel from Runcorn to Cockermouth without a car?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 40m and costs £17 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Cockermouth bus from?

Runcorn to Cockermouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Runcorn to Cockermouth bus arrive?

Runcorn to Cockermouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Cockermouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Cockermouth is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Runcorn to Cockermouth.

Where can I stay near Cockermouth?

There are 1618+ hotels available in Cockermouth.

Runcorn to Cockermouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Penrith North LakesLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to CockermouthX5 / ...
4h 40m
£17–77
Train, bus via Crewe
1. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North LakesRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to CockermouthX5 / ...
4h 48m
£56–149
Drive 117.2 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Cockermouth117.2 mi
2h 17m
£29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Queen Square Bus Station79C / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Penrith North Lakes
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to CockermouthX5 / ...
5h 41m
£36–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Station170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station590
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to CockermouthX5 / ...
8h 26m
£33–56

Runcorn to Cockermouth by bus and train

106Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.2 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Cockermouth, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Cockermouth via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Penrith Rail Station in around 8h 26m.

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